Maintenance Technician IV–Special Systems Keyless Entry/Security

Location: Facilities & Construction

12 months, 8 hours/day

Grade 26, $21.34/hr

Non-Interim Position

Start date: 07/01/2024

** Five year clean driving record required. **

Purpose Statement

The job of Maintenance Technician IV – Special Systems is for the purpose/s of providing specific responsibility for maintaining alarm, keyless entry, and security systems including repair and/or replacement; installing, repairing, maintaining, upgrading said systems. This job reports directly to the Tech V Lead Man, and/or the Facilities Supervisor.

Essential Functions

Reads blueprints, schematics, drawings of alarm, entry, and security systems for the purpose of maintaining these systems, including repair when necessary; and efficient installation of new, or upgraded systems when required.

Coordinates with assigned lead and/or supervisor and other trades for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.

Maintains the physical hardware and the activation and deactivation system of keyless entry badges. Coordinates with Human Resources and district officials regarding the activation and deactivation of keyless entry badges.

Diagnoses causes of alarm, entry, and/or security systems problems or failures for the purpose of immediate repair/corrections whenever possible.

Informs personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of making informed decisions, taking appropriate action, and or complying with AHJ over Fire Alarm systems and/or complying with district security standards.

Maintains and/or installs alarm and keyless badge entry systems. Security systems components installed for the purpose of having a complete working alarm and security system 24 hours daily, 7 days per week.

Monitors alarm systems or security systems and all components for the purpose of evaluating the condition of these systems, identifying necessary repairs, recommending preventative maintenance.

Oversees other Maintenance Technician(s) for the purpose of maintaining and/or upgrading alarm and security systems.

Performs routine and preventative maintenance for the purpose of ensuring the ongoing operation systems.

Prepares/maintains written materials for the purpose of documenting alarm, keyless entry, and security systems repair and/or maintenance issues.

Requests components, equipment, supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory, ensuring availability of items required to complete all repairs/installations.

Responds to emergency situations during, and at times after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate alarm, entry, and/or security concerns.

Other Functions Participates in meetings, workshops, training and seminars as assigned for the purpose of conveying and gathering information required to perform job duties/functions.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of this work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge, Abilities SKILLS 

are required to perform related tasks to this field of Fire Alarm and Security. There is a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions/requirements. Specific skill based competencies required to perform the functions of this job include, but are not limited to: basic computer skills; basic knowledge of a class A fire alarm system basic knowledge of a security access system; operating tools/equipment utilized in the install/repair of FireAlarm and Security systems; planning and managing projects; preparing and maintain accurate records;adhering to Fire Codes, District Security policy, safety policies, and safe schools/support sites practices.

KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information; compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions as related to Fire/Security; analyze situations to define issues and reach conclusions.Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform functions of the job include but are not limited to: methods, techniques, materials, components, tools used in installation, troubleshooting,maintenance, reading and following blueprints/schematics.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and or meeting related to the two fields; Fire Alarm and Security Systems; gather information from both Fire Alarm and Security panels which will facilitate diagnostic and corrective procedures. Flexibility is required to work with others; with a wide diversity of individuals,sharing similar types of data. Utilize a wide variety of job related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with fire/security data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving on this equipment can range from moderate to significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of this job include:adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with others; meeting deadlines and schedules:working as part of a team at times; working independently at others; at times with interruptions due to ever changing priorities.

Responsibility Responsibilities include: working at times under direct supervision using standardized routines; at times working alone; providing information and/or advising others; utilizing some resources or information from other work units can often be required to perform the job’s functions. There is the possibility of significantly impacting the District’s services.

Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and or pulling, at times climbing/balancing, stooping,kneeling crouching, and or crawling. Fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires sitting, walking,standing. The job is performed under varying temperatures with conditions of exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job related experience within this specialized field is required.

Education: Targeted, job related education with study related to the field of Fire Alarm and/or Security. 

Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses:

Online Driver Training Certification Current Arizona Driver’s License 

Continuing Educ./ Training: 

Clearances

Criminal Background Clearance 

FLSA Status - Exempt 

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973(Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the GeneticInformation NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of HumanResources